eye pain

Aching visual organ

Eye pain is discomfort in or around the eye, ranging from mild irritation to sharp, stabbing sensations.

It may feel like burning, aching, or pressure.

Causes include strain, infection, injury, or conditions like glaucoma.

The eye pain worsened whenever she looked at bright lights.

Distinguished from eye strain, which specifically results from prolonged visual focus.

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Pain in hearing organ

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presence/absence of symptom

eye paineye health

Condition of one's vision

normal vision

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G